I had an issue once with a guest room deposit when I checked out. no issue, the owner just was apparently in Cambodia gambling and in no hurry to return. The desk girl was powerless. OK. I called the tourist police. A cool middle aged cop showed up with a young assistant. I explained things, showed the receipt. Gave him the owner's phone number and showed him the several text messages she acknowledged and responded to but was not coming to town any time soon. Cop called her. She then texted me, and she was irate, lambasted me, yelled at me for calling the cops, etc. I still did not get the money until the next morning, but since I was still in town, that was OK.
I had the same thing. Except the girl told me the "boss" wouldn't be back before I paid the last month's rent. So I just gave the last month's rent minus the deposit they owed me. She tried to tell me that's against the rules and I must play full. And the deposit will be paid into my bank account. I laughed and said I don't even have a bank account anymore. She said thats my problem and had the dirtiest look on her face like I shat in her fried rice. Like I'm a piece of crap for ripping them off. I gave the exact amount of cash I owed minus the deposit and laughed as I walked away. Don't they know how stupid it was? Like I'm the asshole? 🤣
In the USA we leave a tip sometimes in the room for the maids. More than twice I was checking out and they want to check the room. I wonder if the front desk wants to see if there is a tip in the room. Then one time in Vietnam where there was a little bit of food on the towel and they wanted $4 for a cleaning fee! I refused and said I will leave a bad review. Then they said it's ok just go.....
I always carry a small amount of cash in one pocket and big notes in another and top up the small amount pocket up never pull a lot of cash at one time and show what I have
I was discouraged from using sunscreen and mosquito lotion in Mexico (cenote diving in Tulum); I like that more governments are taking care of our environment. Cheers; thanks for sharing. 👍
Only some suntan lotions are banned. The banned lotions are those containing oxybenzone, octinoxate, 4-methylbenzylidene camphor or butylparaben. I checked mine, and the SPF 50 was ok, but the SPF 70 contained oxybenzone. Besides that great advice, and there were some new things for me to remember not to do. Keep up the good work. 👍
Solid advice. I was snorkeling in Cozumel, Mexico a few weeks ago. No sunscreen of any kind was permitted, even those formulated to be ‘reef safe’. I think it’s a good thing. I snorkel in a rash guard shirt anyway, and wear a hat in the sun. I’m getting older and don’t need to damage my skin anymore than I already did when I was younger. And I hope that coral reefs will survive, although sunscreens aren’t the only thing threatening them.
If you drive a car, never do it without a dashcam! It has saved me from being pinned with three accidents where the other, Thai person, lied about the accident. Once we even went to city hall to see the their video. I have hilarious stories about Thai people lying... too long for here though...
I was in Cancun about twenty years ago and there was the same ban on certain sunscreen products for the exact same reason. There are some sunscreens that do not use those chemicals and actually are okay to use without damaging the environment.
Best drinking tip? Pay for one drink at a time. It's the wisest advice to anyone. Bring small bills knowing you will have 4 drinks or whatever. Thailand is a movie. Enjoy the show and don't get involved with anything.......PERIOD. I've seen some crazy things from people acting a fool and the last thing you want to do is be a hero to anyone's problems. Don't do it. By all means.......do NOT touch a bell in any bar unless you plan on buying everyone in the bar a drink. Pity the fool who does and can't pay for it. Hide 1000 bhat somewhere on your person for emergencies ONLY. The need to get yourself out of a sticky situation can happen. Get a business card from your hotel and keep it with your emergency money. Lost or stolen wallets happen. Prepare for the un expected.
video starts at 4:20. Only sunscreen with the coral bleaching chemicals are banned, not all sunscreen. Hawaii is the same. Any forward thinking individual will applaud this new law.
Correct. And he seems to think that banning certain sunscreens from marine parks is going to cause tourists to vacation somewhere else. This guy doesn't know what he's talking about.
On bank cards and ATMs you are correct. I would add a few things though. Many charge a percentage extra for card purchases. I have had malfunctioning ATMs that swallow the card. No chance you get it back. So bring a "disposable" one for ATMs. At least don't have just one! (Good tip in case you bring it out while drinking too. Keep smaller amount on it.) Be aware that the sequence of the ATM transaction may be different from your country. It's easy to forget the card if it works in the opposite order from what you are used to. If you have a Thai account and ATM card, the function they have that sends you an sms at every transaction i super! You have an updated statement in your phone and if there is an unauthorized change you can cancel the card after the first transaction and then report the fraud and reclaim your money.
The one thing about using atm machines in Thailand is that you get charged an exchange rate fee every time you use it or your debit card in a shopping mall, so it is advisable to just withdraw a larger sum of cash at a time and keep it in your safe.
@@raydawson2767 True. I seldom use foreign cards so that slipped my mind. In fact, more banks allow up to 30000 baht on each transaction now, so if the one you try doesn't, pick another one.
Thank you for such an informative video. I have only recently found your YT channel, and it is impressive. I love the variety of subjects, I have not found one I didn't enjoy or did not learn from. I noticed that you did not appear on camera/participate in the recently launched TiT podcasts, is there a reason for that? Thanks again, Glenn
Sunscreens that harm the coral have been a issue in Hawaii for years. There are many sunscreens on the market that don't contain the banned chemicals. I think it will be okay in the long run.
Yes they’ve only banned creams containing oxybenzone, octinoxate, 4-methylbenzylidene camphor or butylparaben. Everything else is ok, wonder how they plan to police this 😂 PCR or antibody testing..
Hello from France. Thank you for your interesting video. I like your trip to "Phra Tamnak Mountain" and Big Buddha Temple", l went very often with thai friends by scotter (as passenger!) or bathbus when l came to Pattaya. Nice places to relax, when not too crowded, as it's happened some times, but l never saw them so empty. Pattaya is now a "ghost city". 😢🇹🇭🇫🇷 Thank you for your videos
Wow I’m coming this June July August and I just packed my 40 sunblock because I just had skin cancer removed it and they said protected for the next two years I would never believe you could get fined for using sun protection cream
Just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy your condo videos. so much so, in fact, that Im working out the finances to travel to Thailand to stay in one within the next year or so. thanks for making them.
Lots of wisdom here and in other videos too. Unfortunately a newbie probably won't understand the significance of some of the finer points. Live and learn. I wish I got this advice before my first AND second holiday in Pattaya. 😭🤣🤣
That type of ban is coming everywhere because of the contamination, also most sunscreens don't really do much as far as protection. Wear light clothing, hats, wraps, etc. What people did only a few years ago. I'm not a greenie but have been hearing really bad things about sunscreens. Thanks for this fine informative video. 😎
I went to the same experience in South America and got ripped off and it was terrible experience you're the best thank you for sharing this information with all people Thank you so much for sharing this with me
Don't ever tell the truth, in Thailand. They don't (and there's many reasons they don't). If you are married, tell them you're single. If you're single, tell them you're married. The former gets you more "special" attention as a potential husband. The latter stops them going into overdrive to snare you (and they are very skilled at that. If you're already married, it won't work). If it's your first day, tell them you've been there a month (or you'll get fleeced like a Newbie, as you ARE a "Newbie").. If tomorrow is your last day, tell them you're there for another month (or they will take you for every penny, that day and night, by fair means or foul as they have no investment in you and you'll be gone soon, anyway).
I heard that suntan lotion ban prior to your announcement. I believe that will change but even if it doesn't enforcement will be another thing. When I was there 2 years ago at the beer garden restaurant just adjacent to the walking street there was a tourist smoking an e-cigarette right next to a sign that said its illegal to do so. Nonetheless, another informative and interesting video....thank you.
Thanks for these excellent tips. I will follow them on my visit this December. Also, thanks for the tour of those hills above Pattaya. My Thai friend took me to one viewpoint but not the other. I think both are worth a visit.
In all fairness, Thailand isn't the only one to ban certain sun screens. And it is only CERTAIN ones. Some types are still ok to use. I would assume that if in doubt, buy it in Thailand. They should only be selling the approved ones soon I guess.
lol!! nooo, they will sell what stock they have.. whatever it is.. its your problem to buy the correct stuff.. buy in Thailand, at about £10 a bottle, as only tourist buy it.. noo, take your own, put it on in the room, dont take the bottle to the beach (if its the wrong stuff..) be prepared to get scammed by thai police etc, whatever type you have on you..
@@veerkar im not saying its wrong, if it saves the coral im all for it.. being a scuba diver etc.. as with all things in Thailand, its the implimentation and twisted scams corruption that will flow from it.. so being ahead of the game, bringing the right stuff, knowing about the rules/law when your stopped by the beach police, customs etc.. puts me one step ahead.. doubt it will help, after spending a few hours locked up somewhere, with occasional plasyic bag over my head, ill end up paying their 'no fine fee'
They have the sunscreen ban in Hawaii as well but it only applies to those going into the ocean. However, sunscreen manufacturers have responded with eco friendly sunscreens that can be used.
@@gabrielmeth4844 Incomplete news, not necessarily fake news. Sunscreens with four specific chemicals are banned. Should be fairly easy to comply with by buying appropriate products.
Except that he is totally wrong about the sunscreen ban. Beware wise-sounding people. Don't let the tone fool you into thinking they are smart or wise.
On this subject i would just like to mention to make sure you count your change when paying your bar bill. On several occasions bars have tried to short change me. One of those occasions they tried to short change me 500 Baht. I caught them & they tried to say it was a mistake & that they were sorry. It definitely was not a mistake. Also a good tip would be to not pay your small bar tab with 1000 Baht notes because it just temps some places to keep a little bit of your change for themselves.
A very common scam, fun tip don't let them make you use a drinks bin, pay as you go drink by drink and show then say them what you pay eg "500 baht" so they know you expect the change.
I remember in one of your previous videos you took us on a tour of buakhao and showed that everything is closed now, but I was wondering if you could tell if places are actually going out of business not to return after tourism reopens. Or does it not even matter because once tourism returns all the locations will either be the old bars that were there or the location will be bought up by a new owner and a new bar will pop up. I guess my real question is: do you think when tourism opens up will places like buakhao and soi 6 be empty of bars?
thanks for the info on E cigarettes in Thailand. i use E cigarette products and have been a user for several years. i use them as a replacement for real tobacco products. i was able to quit tobacco thanks to E cigarettes. i will now think twice about visiting Thailand because of this information. its a potential deal breaker for me, thanks again for the info. Glenn USA
@@xovoflow it's one of the most common scam in Thailand or the Philippines : basically you rent a jetski and after returning it, they'll charge you for "damages". And often, cops are playing along...
Most sunscreens do damage coral reefs and that in microscopic small concentrations. This has been known for many years. The new law doesn't ban the use of sunscreen, it's those that use the chemicals that damage coral reefs. Never discard a SIM card without destroying it first. Crack it and break it into at least two pieces.
No tourists will have read the Royal Gazette and most will swim off the beach, i.e., nowhere near a coral reef. This law gives the thai police carte blanche to suck blood bigtime without accountability for scamming as they otherwise do. See it from the thai perspective.
Not to change the subject, but THAT WAS A BEAUTIFUL TEMPLE! Wow, just amazing! So huge also, what a view, really liked seeing it. Thanks for the video.
What about nicorine patches , lozengea etc . Particularly going through customs . I've got a lot that I I got from a Hackney Council stop smoking drive . All free . Should I dump them , or will import tax be over the top .
Do your research and you will find cambodia has handled covid really well compared to other countries, and are more likely to open up to tourism than other countries in the region. I usually go to the Phillipines but they are very far from opening, never been to cambodia but it looks like the best option for 2022 I will give it a try !
I went for a month before covid. The girls are much more strict about condoms and I was told by one girl that two girls in the bar I got her from were HIV positive. It's not as friendly as Thailand and young men will try to talk to you and in an instant can turn against you. So completely ignore them. The foreigners are a much lower class than Thailand (you think that's not possible right?) So be aware. The girls are really nice if you are. More than a few had puckered assholes from too hard an ass session. And they can get angry if any problems occur. Their eyes change to death. Also if it's slow woman can get quite aggressive. It's $20 US for short time. And many guys take several throughout the day from the same bar. It's much more of a one stop f**K stop. Also always agree on price for taxi or tuk tuk before and it's $1 or ask after the ride and it's $30. It's safe within the tourist zone. But there are many scams. Men will try to talk to you and invite you for lunch with their "families". So my advice is this. Ignore everyone and just keep walking like you didn't see them. Even kids. They're all organised gangs. Don't even say hello or you can't get rid of them. Only talk to the girls. Don't mess with them. Always pay. Don't talk to strangers. It's a card scam or other scam. The girls are really nice if you pay and they will do whatever sick crap if that's your thing. Be aware. Be careful. And act as if you've been in Asia for a long time. Don't smile or look friendly or not friendly (be neutral) at anyone you're not directly dealing with. You can have a girlfriend for the days you pay her to be and she will act like one. Or short time. Don't get friendly with other foreigners. Most are good for a chat and laugh at the pub but there are some that are criminals on the run. It's different. But it's much more seedy. Remember where you are at all times. Even the kids are part of the gangs. Organised crime run the whole thing.
New Zealand has a Sun Burn index of 10 minutes on a Summers day, even if cloudy. Would have thought their coral s been stripped? I dont smoke NZ border will be lucky to be open in 2022?
I tend to travel around Thailand with a Thai lady, so many of these pitfalls are overcome.. but if I do go out by myself in the evening, I tend to have a few baht for drinks in one pocket and the rest in a zipped pocket... also its quite easy to get a laminated credit card photocopy of your passport for carrying around.. just in case someone wants to see it..police etc.. great accent, you sound like my uncle from Worsley lancs..
These are the chemicals: The banned lotions are those containing oxybenzone, octinoxate, 4-methylbenzylidene camphor or butylparaben (according to BBC). Hawaii has a similar ban.
Another great vid and content... I too am an experienced driver/rider but how I adapt in a foreign country is I'm not worried about me.. its how the others drive ,, foreigners especially who only used to their side of the road. . Anyways , been to pattaya many times and I've seen the video but what would be your number 1 choice in that area for car hire and motorbike hire ??????. thanking you .. 🙏 stay safe 🙏
Walked up to the temple on top of the hill many times. 100K baht fine if you use suncream! Good advice regarding motorcycling. Ditto cards. Bill padding never happens in the far north. Incredibly honest people.
Good one Daz. Here is some additional ones u missed. 1. Don't wear gold jewelery or any type rather. If you have gold necklace or bracelets leave them at home. Don't wear them on the streets in Pattaya. Too many jealous people and if a group of 3 come up to you wanting it, what r u going to do?. 2. No e cigs or vapors. Vapors are also illegal in Thailand. 3. Always establish the price on motorbike taxis prior to embarking on a trip. This eliminates arguments about fares. You know what it's worth. When you hear a rip off price, you'll know to avoid the scam artists.
Never road a motorbike in my entire life. Started last month, of course the traffic is down. I started by going out at night when barely anyone was out to build up confidence.
Yes, using bank cards in Thailand is a risky experience, especially in small and unreliable places, as I mentioned. Thank you for the important information, Daz.
I'm pretty sure the new law doesn't ban ALL sunscreen...only ones that contain one or all of 3 chemicals proven to harm the coral...a list of the chems is available on the Royal Gazette website. Prob best to purchase your screen inside of Thailand after arrival...sure...it WILL be overpriced but it's better than a $3000 fine :)
The first time I rode a motorbike was on Koh Samet at age 53. I liked it so much I hired one in Pattaya and eventually bought one during my contract and had is 4 years. I never had an accident. They key to motorbike riding in Thailand is to be sensible and conservative. That's a radical concept for most motorbike riders....
and be prepared to cough up should you have an incident, even if not your fault, and when stopped at a police/tourist scamming point, no matter if you are doing everything correctly, have all the right documentation.. no thanks, baht buses, m. bike taxies, or find a girl who has her own mbike and use her as your own 24/7 taxi service
to be fair, i've taken many barfines to central festival shopping mall without them asking to buy anything. Usually go there to eat on the 5th floor or watch movie...
Me too. In addition, that might be a good test because the girls know most of the stuff sold there is overpriced crap and better value can be had elsewhere.
I love your videos and calm voice. Glad you are there doing these. Regarding the sunscreen, I heard elsewhere it was specific brands or specific ingredients that are banned. Not sure how one determines which are OK. Can you double check ?
I can easily see sunscreen being an environmental problem for the coral around Koh Lipe. Dive tours bring hundreds of people a day all day long out to the corals. It is obviously not a problem at Pattaya beach. Not much coral. Not much swimming. I think there is good value in a prominent public relations campaign about the issue. I am of an age when I would never sunbathe. The Thai sun is much too intense anyway. I do have a bald spot that needs hat protection.
Regarding the sunscreen ban -- it is only a ban on sunscreens that contain certain chemicals -- there are plenty that don't contain those chemicals. I'm sure all of the local Thai shops will have the correct kind for sale just in case you brought the wrong kind from back home :)
There are 147 National Parks in Thailand, many of them like eg Ko Phi Phi are entire islands including all the beaches of course, and all of the National Parks are huge tourist attractions, so it IS a problem for tourists IMO.
Regular sunscreen does damage the coral reefs and other plant life. There are brands which are safe, though, and allowed in other countries. Thailand is following a trend here and not just doing its own thing. Except that they aren’t providing for safe sunscreens.
They are usually demolished because they don't have a licence or planning permission to be there? That's my guess anyway. That's usually the reason where l live now - Greece.
I had an issue once with a guest room deposit when I checked out. no issue, the owner just was apparently in Cambodia gambling and in no hurry to return. The desk girl was powerless. OK. I called the tourist police. A cool middle aged cop showed up with a young assistant. I explained things, showed the receipt. Gave him the owner's phone number and showed him the several text messages she acknowledged and responded to but was not coming to town any time soon. Cop called her. She then texted me, and she was irate, lambasted me, yelled at me for calling the cops, etc. I still did not get the money until the next morning, but since I was still in town, that was OK.
Did you abet go back to Thailand? After this exp
I had the same thing. Except the girl told me the "boss" wouldn't be back before I paid the last month's rent. So I just gave the last month's rent minus the deposit they owed me. She tried to tell me that's against the rules and I must play full. And the deposit will be paid into my bank account. I laughed and said I don't even have a bank account anymore. She said thats my problem and had the dirtiest look on her face like I shat in her fried rice. Like I'm a piece of crap for ripping them off. I gave the exact amount of cash I owed minus the deposit and laughed as I walked away. Don't they know how stupid it was? Like I'm the asshole? 🤣
In the USA we leave a tip sometimes in the room for the maids. More than twice I was checking out and they want to check the room. I wonder if the front desk wants to see if there is a tip in the room. Then one time in Vietnam where there was a little bit of food on the towel and they wanted $4 for a cleaning fee! I refused and said I will leave a bad review. Then they said it's ok just go.....
I always carry a small amount of cash in one pocket and big notes in another and top up the small amount pocket up never pull a lot of cash at one time and show what I have
Me too
Always sincere, honest, friendly, direct : a really good and useful friend to all who care to ask. You can be proud of yourself. Wish you well.
You are bang on the nail mate with everything Pattaya, I lived Phuket for 6 years, so I know for real.
Keep rolling them videos out mate.
Will do
I was discouraged from using sunscreen and mosquito lotion in Mexico (cenote diving in Tulum); I like that more governments are taking care of our environment. Cheers; thanks for sharing. 👍
Reading some of these comments about the sunscreen law, it applies ONLY to the beach. Not walking around town.
Another useful video. Everything Pattaya is my favorite YT Thai channel. Thanks Daz!
Only some suntan lotions are banned. The banned lotions are those containing oxybenzone, octinoxate, 4-methylbenzylidene camphor or butylparaben. I checked mine, and the SPF 50 was ok, but the SPF 70 contained oxybenzone. Besides that great advice, and there were some new things for me to remember not to do. Keep up the good work. 👍
Plus the ban only applies to national parks.
Good for the Thai authorities! Most commercial sunscreens are carcinogenic as well, full of synthetic garbage.
I won't be swimming but I'll be out in the sun all day. Can I apply my sunscreen at my hotel before I leave for the day?
Solid advice.
I was snorkeling in Cozumel, Mexico a few weeks ago. No sunscreen of any kind was permitted, even those formulated to be ‘reef safe’. I think it’s a good thing. I snorkel in a rash guard shirt anyway, and wear a hat in the sun. I’m getting older and don’t need to damage my skin anymore than I already did when I was younger. And I hope that coral reefs will survive, although sunscreens aren’t the only thing threatening them.
Agree all around, I have a few bucket hats and need the vitamin D from the UVB rays that get by my defenses anyway.
If you drive a car, never do it without a dashcam! It has saved me from being pinned with three accidents where the other, Thai person, lied about the accident. Once we even went to city hall to see the their video. I have hilarious stories about Thai people lying... too long for here though...
Think of lying Thais as "Buddhism at work"
You are very interesting... Thank for your advices...you speak slowly it is easy for me to understand you...i am french Canadian...i like your videos.
I was in Cancun about twenty years ago and there was the same ban on certain sunscreen products for the exact same reason. There are some sunscreens that do not use those chemicals and actually are okay to use without damaging the environment.
Best drinking tip? Pay for one drink at a time. It's the wisest advice to anyone. Bring small bills knowing you will have 4 drinks or whatever. Thailand is a movie. Enjoy the show and don't get involved with anything.......PERIOD. I've seen some crazy things from people acting a fool and the last thing you want to do is be a hero to anyone's problems. Don't do it. By all means.......do NOT touch a bell in any bar unless you plan on buying everyone in the bar a drink. Pity the fool who does and can't pay for it. Hide 1000 bhat somewhere on your person for emergencies ONLY. The need to get yourself out of a sticky situation can happen. Get a business card from your hotel and keep it with your emergency money. Lost or stolen wallets happen. Prepare for the un expected.
On the subject of smoking in Thailand, can medicinal marijuana be used & purchased?
video starts at 4:20.
Only sunscreen with the coral bleaching chemicals are banned, not all sunscreen. Hawaii is the same. Any forward thinking individual will applaud this new law.
It’s only the national parks
Correct. And he seems to think that banning certain sunscreens from marine parks is going to cause tourists to vacation somewhere else. This guy doesn't know what he's talking about.
@@dturner4346 I read that every beach in Thailand is considered part of their national parks so I assume the sunscreen ban is far and wide.
So how would one know whether ones sun screen has these chemicals?
On bank cards and ATMs you are correct. I would add a few things though. Many charge a percentage extra for card purchases. I have had malfunctioning ATMs that swallow the card. No chance you get it back. So bring a "disposable" one for ATMs. At least don't have just one! (Good tip in case you bring it out while drinking too. Keep smaller amount on it.) Be aware that the sequence of the ATM transaction may be different from your country. It's easy to forget the card if it works in the opposite order from what you are used to. If you have a Thai account and ATM card, the function they have that sends you an sms at every transaction i super! You have an updated statement in your phone and if there is an unauthorized change you can cancel the card after the first transaction and then report the fraud and reclaim your money.
The one thing about using atm machines in Thailand is that you get charged an exchange rate fee every time you use it or your debit card in a shopping mall, so it is advisable to just withdraw a larger sum of cash at a time and keep it in your safe.
@@raydawson2767 True. I seldom use foreign cards so that slipped my mind. In fact, more banks allow up to 30000 baht on each transaction now, so if the one you try doesn't, pick another one.
Thank you for such an informative video. I have only recently found your YT channel, and it is impressive. I love the variety of subjects, I have not found one I didn't enjoy or did not learn from. I noticed that you did not appear on camera/participate in the recently launched TiT podcasts, is there a reason for that? Thanks again, Glenn
Yes, I am not the subject of the video, Pattaya is.
Also, I am not a "wannabe famous" vlogger like so many are.
Sunscreens that harm the coral have been a issue in Hawaii for years. There are many sunscreens on the market that don't contain the banned chemicals. I think it will be okay in the long run.
Yes and it costs $10+ for a small bottle
I've used coconut oil for decades anyway... probably fine me anyway.
@@billytheweasel same as........
Yes they’ve only banned creams containing oxybenzone, octinoxate, 4-methylbenzylidene camphor or butylparaben. Everything else is ok, wonder how they plan to police this 😂 PCR or antibody testing..
Hello from France. Thank you for your interesting video. I like your trip to "Phra Tamnak Mountain" and Big Buddha Temple", l went very often with thai friends by scotter (as passenger!) or bathbus when l came to Pattaya. Nice places to relax, when not too crowded, as it's happened some times, but l never saw them so empty. Pattaya is now a "ghost city". 😢🇹🇭🇫🇷
Thank you for your videos
Wow I’m coming this June July August and I just packed my 40 sunblock because I just had skin cancer removed it and they said protected for the next two years I would never believe you could get fined for using sun protection cream
Just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy your condo videos. so much so, in fact, that Im working out the finances to travel to Thailand to stay in one within the next year or so. thanks for making them.
Lots of wisdom here and in other videos too. Unfortunately a newbie probably won't understand the significance of some of the finer points. Live and learn. I wish I got this advice before my first AND second holiday in Pattaya. 😭🤣🤣
Thank you giving good knowldge.take care your self have a wonderfull day.
fortuitous that I come across this video today.. I will be staying near there in October :) had planned on walking up there in the mornings.
Thanks Mate! Always enjoy and learn from you!
That type of ban is coming everywhere because of the contamination, also most sunscreens don't really do much as far as protection. Wear light clothing, hats, wraps, etc. What people did only a few years ago. I'm not a greenie but have been hearing really bad things about sunscreens. Thanks for this fine informative video. 😎
I went to the same experience in South America and got ripped off and it was terrible experience you're the best thank you for sharing this information with all people Thank you so much for sharing this with me
Don't ever tell the truth, in Thailand.
They don't (and there's many reasons they don't).
If you are married, tell them you're single. If you're single, tell them you're married. The former gets you more "special" attention as a potential husband. The latter stops them going into overdrive to snare you (and they are very skilled at that. If you're already married, it won't work).
If it's your first day, tell them you've been there a month (or you'll get fleeced like a Newbie, as you ARE a "Newbie")..
If tomorrow is your last day, tell them you're there for another month (or they will take you for every penny, that day and night, by fair means or foul as they have no investment in you and you'll be gone soon, anyway).
Mindblowing but excellent information.Thanks
So sad , but good .
Thanks for the advice
I had forget about those ones, thanks
Guilty as charged on the last night syndrome !
I heard that suntan lotion ban prior to your announcement. I believe that will change but even if it doesn't enforcement will be another thing.
When I was there 2 years ago at the beer garden restaurant just adjacent to the walking street there was a tourist smoking an e-cigarette right next to a sign that said its illegal to do so.
Nonetheless, another informative and interesting video....thank you.
Thanks for these excellent tips. I will follow them on my visit this December. Also, thanks for the tour of those hills above Pattaya. My Thai friend took me to one viewpoint but not the other. I think both are worth a visit.
I really like your polite presentation and useful advice. Thank you Sir.
You are most welcome
In all fairness, Thailand isn't the only one to ban certain sun screens. And it is only CERTAIN ones. Some types are still ok to use. I would assume that if in doubt, buy it in Thailand. They should only be selling the approved ones soon I guess.
lol!! nooo, they will sell what stock they have.. whatever it is.. its your problem to buy the correct stuff.. buy in Thailand, at about £10 a bottle, as only tourist buy it.. noo, take your own, put it on in the room, dont take the bottle to the beach (if its the wrong stuff..) be prepared to get scammed by thai police etc, whatever type you have on you..
The Thai govt is doing the right thing here.
@@veerkar im not saying its wrong, if it saves the coral im all for it.. being a scuba diver etc.. as with all things in Thailand, its the implimentation and twisted scams corruption that will flow from it.. so being ahead of the game, bringing the right stuff, knowing about the rules/law when your stopped by the beach police, customs etc.. puts me one step ahead.. doubt it will help, after spending a few hours locked up somewhere, with occasional plasyic bag over my head, ill end up paying their 'no fine fee'
@@jackjones3722 Anyone have a list of approved sunscreen types?
They have the sunscreen ban in Hawaii as well but it only applies to those going into the ocean. However, sunscreen manufacturers have responded with eco friendly sunscreens that can be used.
Cancun Mexico too
So the entire thing is a nonstarter.
FAKE NEWS!
@@gabrielmeth4844 Incomplete news, not necessarily fake news. Sunscreens with four specific chemicals are banned. Should be fairly easy to comply with by buying appropriate products.
Every word said is steeped in experience. Great video, now I just need to fly back there!
Thanks very much
Except that he is totally wrong about the sunscreen ban. Beware wise-sounding people. Don't let the tone fool you into thinking they are smart or wise.
@@muprock I suspect since the vlog was published some clarity has been found on this and like all things intended to be enforced in Thailand.
thank you for the advices you are amazing 👍👍
Glad you like them!
Item 1 - refreshing to hear a policy which puts the environment first rather than just the next lay!
On this subject i would just like to mention to make sure you count your change when paying your bar bill. On several occasions bars have tried to short change me. One of those occasions they tried to short change me 500 Baht. I caught them & they tried to say it was a mistake & that they were sorry. It definitely was not a mistake. Also a good tip would be to not pay your small bar tab with 1000 Baht notes because it just temps some places to keep a little bit of your change for themselves.
A very common scam, fun tip don't let them make you use a drinks bin, pay as you go drink by drink and show then say them what you pay eg "500 baht" so they know you expect the change.
I remember in one of your previous videos you took us on a tour of buakhao and showed that everything is closed now, but I was wondering if you could tell if places are actually going out of business not to return after tourism reopens. Or does it not even matter because once tourism returns all the locations will either be the old bars that were there or the location will be bought up by a new owner and a new bar will pop up. I guess my real question is: do you think when tourism opens up will places like buakhao and soi 6 be empty of bars?
thanks for the info on E cigarettes in Thailand. i use E cigarette products and have been a user for several years. i use them as a replacement for real tobacco products. i was able to quit tobacco thanks to E cigarettes. i will now think twice about visiting Thailand because of this information. its a potential deal breaker for me, thanks again for the info. Glenn USA
I also used e cigs to quit, just before they banned them here.
Love your channel sir 👍 Intresting and relaxing at the same time 👌
Don't get near a jetski !
Wait why I really wanted to ride one
@@xovoflow it's one of the most common scam in Thailand or the Philippines : basically you rent a jetski and after returning it, they'll charge you for "damages". And often, cops are playing along...
@@koolklem7889 I see thank you, do you think doing a walk around recording beforehand would make a difference?
Most sunscreens do damage coral reefs and that in microscopic small concentrations. This has been known for many years. The new law doesn't ban the use of sunscreen, it's those that use the chemicals that damage coral reefs.
Never discard a SIM card without destroying it first. Crack it and break it into at least two pieces.
No tourists will have read the Royal Gazette and most will swim off the beach, i.e., nowhere near a coral reef. This law gives the thai police carte blanche to suck blood bigtime without accountability for scamming as they otherwise do. See it from the thai perspective.
Not to change the subject, but THAT WAS A BEAUTIFUL TEMPLE! Wow, just amazing!
So huge also, what a view, really liked seeing it. Thanks for the video.
Glad you enjoyed it
Can you use a bank card at TT Currency Exchange?
If so, do you reckon you'd get a slightly better rate than a random ATM?
Great Video! We all need to know what Not to do in a foreign country !
What about nicorine patches , lozengea etc . Particularly going through customs . I've got a lot that I I got from a Hackney Council stop smoking drive . All free . Should I dump them , or will import tax be over the top .
Don't think they should be a problem
Do your research and you will find cambodia has handled covid really well compared to other countries, and are more likely to open up to tourism than other countries in the region. I usually go to the Phillipines but they are very far from opening, never been to cambodia but it looks like the best option for 2022 I will give it a try !
I went for a month before covid. The girls are much more strict about condoms and I was told by one girl that two girls in the bar I got her from were HIV positive. It's not as friendly as Thailand and young men will try to talk to you and in an instant can turn against you. So completely ignore them. The foreigners are a much lower class than Thailand (you think that's not possible right?) So be aware. The girls are really nice if you are. More than a few had puckered assholes from too hard an ass session. And they can get angry if any problems occur. Their eyes change to death. Also if it's slow woman can get quite aggressive. It's $20 US for short time. And many guys take several throughout the day from the same bar. It's much more of a one stop f**K stop. Also always agree on price for taxi or tuk tuk before and it's $1 or ask after the ride and it's $30. It's safe within the tourist zone. But there are many scams. Men will try to talk to you and invite you for lunch with their "families". So my advice is this. Ignore everyone and just keep walking like you didn't see them. Even kids. They're all organised gangs. Don't even say hello or you can't get rid of them. Only talk to the girls. Don't mess with them. Always pay. Don't talk to strangers. It's a card scam or other scam. The girls are really nice if you pay and they will do whatever sick crap if that's your thing. Be aware. Be careful. And act as if you've been in Asia for a long time. Don't smile or look friendly or not friendly (be neutral) at anyone you're not directly dealing with. You can have a girlfriend for the days you pay her to be and she will act like one. Or short time. Don't get friendly with other foreigners. Most are good for a chat and laugh at the pub but there are some that are criminals on the run. It's different. But it's much more seedy. Remember where you are at all times. Even the kids are part of the gangs. Organised crime run the whole thing.
New Zealand has a Sun Burn index of 10 minutes on a Summers day, even if cloudy.
Would have thought their coral s been stripped?
I dont smoke
NZ border will be lucky to be open in 2022?
I tend to travel around Thailand with a Thai lady, so many of these pitfalls are overcome.. but if I do go out by myself in the evening, I tend to have a few baht for drinks in one pocket and the rest in a zipped pocket... also its quite easy to get a laminated credit card photocopy of your passport for carrying around.. just in case someone wants to see it..police etc.. great accent, you sound like my uncle from Worsley lancs..
Thanks for the information to be careful in Thailand 👌🏻
I read the sunscreen was not to be used for national parks type beaches. if more has changed, well, I will look for those details
These are the chemicals: The banned lotions are those containing oxybenzone, octinoxate, 4-methylbenzylidene camphor or butylparaben (according to BBC).
Hawaii has a similar ban.
They claimed it was doing damage to the environment, as you say, corals.
So what about all the pesticide and nitrites that washes off the farm land?
You mean when they farmers are not incinerating the land under all the choking clouds of smoke?
@@billytheweasel And yes, there's that also!
Very informative video. Just a question, I got UK car driving license, can I drive motor bike in Thailand? Thanks
Not legally, you need to have passed your m/bike test also
Thank you so much for the this video really I like and enjoy, I hope someday visit you in Pattaya because honestly i like you
Thanks for sharing the information with us 👍🏼
Another great vid and content... I too am an experienced driver/rider but how I adapt in a foreign country is I'm not worried about me.. its how the others drive ,, foreigners especially who only used to their side of the road. . Anyways , been to pattaya many times and I've seen the video but what would be your number 1 choice in that area for car hire and motorbike hire ??????. thanking you .. 🙏 stay safe 🙏
Walked up to the temple on top of the hill many times. 100K baht fine if you use suncream! Good advice regarding motorcycling. Ditto cards. Bill padding never happens in the far north. Incredibly honest people.
wise words indeed the delaying of giving you the room key deposit is a classic, in many hotels even the reputable 1's ,
Good one Daz. Here is some additional ones u missed.
1. Don't wear gold jewelery or any type rather. If you have gold necklace or bracelets leave them at home. Don't wear them on the streets in Pattaya. Too many jealous people and if a group of 3 come up to you wanting it, what r u going to do?.
2. No e cigs or vapors. Vapors are also illegal in Thailand.
3. Always establish the price on motorbike taxis prior to embarking on a trip. This eliminates arguments about fares. You know what it's worth. When you hear a rip off price, you'll know to avoid the scam artists.
Looks like you didn't watch the video till the end !!!
Never road a motorbike in my entire life. Started last month, of course the traffic is down. I started by going out at night when barely anyone was out to build up confidence.
Best you stay off one ! The logic of learning at night in Thailand , is beyond belief !
Half if the video itself - half is your so appealing calm voice, yes 🤗‼
16:53 I laughed so hard.... its a great point and wise advice but I didn't expect it and I haven't laughed that hard in a long time!!!!
...if she has an apple, she also have balls
Interesting as always...and what you said about the monarchy is true! Just steer clear from the subject at all costs.
Hi another good video how long have you been riding a motorcycle now
Daz always on point. More great advice. I always look forward to your videos mate take care 🙂
Thanks 👍
Thanks for sharing all this information…….very helpful indeed 👍🇹🇭
Great advice! Thank you. Sawasdee
Great info!
Great advice for new be’s, shopping malls is a good tip, they always have gold shops inside.
Yes they do
Thank you for the videos you post. Hopefully coming in December for a long holiday and trying to sort out the agenda and your videos are helpful
Yes, using bank cards in Thailand is a risky experience, especially in small and unreliable places, as I mentioned. Thank you for the important information, Daz.
Good information thanks. There are some sun tan lotions that do not hurt the coral. They need to compromise
I'm pretty sure the new law doesn't ban ALL sunscreen...only ones that contain one or all of 3 chemicals proven to harm the coral...a list of the chems is available on the Royal Gazette website.
Prob best to purchase your screen inside of Thailand after arrival...sure...it WILL be overpriced but it's better than a $3000 fine :)
I like watching your youtube. Good job. Keep it up. Take care and stay safe.
Thanks, will do!
The first time I rode a motorbike was on Koh Samet at age 53. I liked it so much I hired one in Pattaya and eventually bought one during my contract and had is 4 years. I never had an accident. They key to motorbike riding in Thailand is to be sensible and conservative. That's a radical concept for most motorbike riders....
and be prepared to cough up should you have an incident, even if not your fault, and when stopped at a police/tourist scamming point, no matter if you are doing everything correctly, have all the right documentation.. no thanks, baht buses, m. bike taxies, or find a girl who has her own mbike and use her as your own 24/7 taxi service
Hawaii banned sunscreens also with oxybenzone and octinoxate in them for that reason. So did other places. Thailand isn't in the new for that.
I thought the law only restricts certain kinds of sunscreen. It destroys the coral. Certain kinds of sunscreen are still allowed?
Yes, about 90% of them are banned
@@everythingPattaya oh wow didn’t realize that many are banned
Thought the sunscreen ban was only for anyone going into the water because the chemicals do damage to the coral..?
Yes, the law should have been more specific
to be fair, i've taken many barfines to central festival shopping mall without them asking to buy anything. Usually go there to eat on the 5th floor or watch movie...
Me too.
In addition, that might be a good test because the girls know most of the stuff sold there is overpriced crap and better value can be had elsewhere.
also, going out for a few beers is fine..but if you want to get drunk..do it in your hotel bar..its just too easy to get into trouble..
Apparently it's if the sunscreen contains any of 4 specific chemicals, and it's also a law in Hawaii USA among other places....
I love your videos and calm voice. Glad you are there doing these. Regarding the sunscreen, I heard elsewhere it was specific brands or specific ingredients that are banned. Not sure how one determines which are OK. Can you double check ?
Nearly all makes contain at least 1 ingredient, very few exceptions
Avoid oxybenzone
@@everythingPattaya I'm sure a connected countryman will have a local factory making the only Thailand approved suntan lotion very soon. TiT
Did you take off your shoes before entering the temple?
You saw me put them back on.
@@everythingPattaya just joking , sorry I missed it
I can easily see sunscreen being an environmental problem for the coral around Koh Lipe. Dive tours bring hundreds of people a day all day long out to the corals. It is obviously not a problem at Pattaya beach. Not much coral. Not much swimming. I think there is good value in a prominent public relations campaign about the issue. I am of an age when I would never sunbathe. The Thai sun is much too intense anyway. I do have a bald spot that needs hat protection.
Beautiful scenery at 3:16.
is sun screen banned only on beaches or the application is banned in all Thailand even if you are in Isaan?
Very good information about the things prohibited to do in Thailand
Regarding the sunscreen ban -- it is only a ban on sunscreens that contain certain chemicals -- there are plenty that don't contain those chemicals. I'm sure all of the local Thai shops will have the correct kind for sale just in case you brought the wrong kind from back home :)
Great advice. Thanks!
I think you will find that the suncream ban is only applicable to national parks and does not apply at the beach.
There are 147 National Parks in Thailand, many of them like eg Ko Phi Phi are entire islands including all the beaches of course, and all of the National Parks are huge tourist attractions, so it IS a problem for tourists IMO.
Very pleasant video thank you for sharing.
You’re the best !
Sensible advice & nice walk about....best regards to you, Richard & Oye, Pattaya Dog Grooming Salon.
Regular sunscreen does damage the coral reefs and other plant life. There are brands which are safe, though, and allowed in other countries. Thailand is following a trend here and not just doing its own thing. Except that they aren’t providing for safe sunscreens.
They are usually demolished because they don't have a licence or planning permission to be there? That's my guess anyway. That's usually the reason where l live now - Greece.
Great info...thanks.
Thanks for the information. Can you also bring cigars to Thailand ?
Yes you can!
@@everythingPattaya Thx. Love your channel. Heading to Thailand in November
i cannot use suncream now ?
So how did the sunscreen ban go?